Oakland Press readers share their Christmas memories

Four-month-old Rachel Morse of Oxford Township will celebrate her first Christmas this year. Her parents Heather and Wayne say that she loves to look at the lights on their Christmas tree. Photo submitted by Heather Morse

Clover Snow, 2, took her photo with the Snow Princess at Great Lake Crossing in Auburn Hills. Photo submitted by Meghann Snow

What is your favorite thing about Christmas?

When asked this question, readers of The Oakland Press didn’t answer with, “Presents.” For them, their favorite thing about Christmas is being with the people they love.

Holly resident Jackie Flores said, “Our favorite activity for Christmas is being together with our family, enjoying great company, food and celebrating.”

Waterford Township resident Paris Harris says she enjoys baking Christmas cookies and, most importantly, spending time with her 2-year-old son Kingston and her husband Marvin.

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Michelle Robinson of Independence Township said she enjoys spending the night at her parents’ house on Christmas Eve so she can wake up with them on Christmas morning, just like she did as a kid, and reading the story of the birth of Jesus before opening presents.

She also said she enjoys “cooking a huge breakfast feast with my sisters in the kitchen Christmas morning. There is always a lot of laughter, singing and great food that comes out if that kitchen.”

Judy Owens of West Bloomfield said, what she looks forward to most is “seeing the excitement in my 3-year-old granddaughter’s eyes.”

Julie Galbraith said, her favorite thing this year was making her family dress in Christmas sweaters for their holiday picture. She added that her family has also enjoyed “singing Christmas songs, eating great food, decorating the Christmas tree, and the kids were excited to tell us what they were asking for from Santa.”

“It’s not about the Christmas presents but the moments like these that get me excited about the holidays and Christmas Day,” said Galbraith.

Lindsay Zimmer of Warren said she likes that stores are closed on Christmas and having the day off work.

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Monica Drake also puts together the community sections, in print each Thursday. She has a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Oakland University. Reach the author at monica.drake@oakpress.com
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